Chef Manager
Company: WSH Group
Role summary
Chef Manager is a role at WSH Group in North Norfolk, England, United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-08-06. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Chef Manager
- Company
- WSH Group
- Location
- North Norfolk, England, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Hospitality
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-08-06
Job description
Company Description
Title: Chef Manager
Location: Wrexham
Salary: Circa £31,000
Chef Manager – JCB Transmissions
We’re looking for an innovative and inspiring Chef Manager to lead a small group of locations within the JCB estate.
This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your creativity, delivering exceptional dishes in an excellent kitchen environment while leading a team of 2 talented colleagues .
We’re seeking someone who brings fresh ideas, strong organisational skills, and a passion for great food .
And the bonus? Monday to Friday working hours!
Benefits:
28 Days holiday including bank holidays
Plus your birthday off
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
Secondary carer leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Free meals on shift
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
Pension and life insurance
Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
Wellbeing hub
Access to employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme
Are you a culinary connoisseur / gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth.
As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.
If you are an inspirational and enthusiastic Chef Manager keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chef Manager to lead our operations in Wrexham, United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity to take the helm of our organisation, driving strategic growth whilst maintaining operational excellence and fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture. The successful candidate will be instrumental in achieving our business objectives, enhancing customer satisfaction, and developing our talented team.
Provide strategic leadership and direction to the organisation, setting clear goals and ensuring alignment with company vision and values
Oversee all operational aspects of the business, including day-to-day management, resource allocation, and process optimisation
Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, profit and loss accountability, and cost control initiatives
Lead, motivate, and develop the management team and staff, conducting regular appraisals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, health and safety legislation, and company policies across all operations
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and partners to enhance the organisation's reputation and market position
Analyse business performance data and market trends to identify opportunities for innovation and growth
Implement strategic initiatives and manage change effectively to drive business transformation
Champion a customer-focused approach, ensuring service excellence and customer satisfaction at all times
Promote an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative working environment where all team members feel valued and empowered
Qualifications
**Required Skills and Experience:**
Strong financial acumen with demonstrated experience in P&L management, budgeting, and financial analysis
Excellent people management and leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams
Strategic thinking and business development expertise with the ability to identify growth opportunities
Comprehensive knowledge of health, safety, and compliance requirements relevant to the business sector
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a decisive, results-oriented approach
Experience in change management and implementing operational improvements
Proficiency in performance management and staff appraisal processes
Additional Information
For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.
We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.
Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.
Join us, and be part of the food revolution!
BaxterStorey Values:
ALWAYS VISIONARY
We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.
WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE
We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.
CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE
We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.
FOREVER CONSCIOUS
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